Pescara is situated at sea level on the Adriatic coast, on the same parallel as Rome, has a typical Mediterranean climate with dry, hot summers, rainy winters and high humidity over the year. Its sandy beaches extend for over 20 uninterrupted km. Pescara is a coastal city but the surrounding mountains the Maiella and the chain of Gran Sasso influence its climate. Abruzzo International Airport, approximately 4 km far away from the centre of Pescara, offers regular flight from/to Frankfurt-Hahn, Barcelona, Eindhoven, London, Milan, Paris http://www.abruzzoairport.com. Taxis are available outside the arrival area that runs from the airport to the city centre every 15 minutes. Pescara is providing a direct access to the highway network serving Italy’s major cities. Rome is about 180 km far away – a 2 hour-drive by car on an easy, panoramic motorway across the Appennine Mountains. For more information, please visit http://www.abruzzoturismo.it.

The city of Pescara will host IRONMAN 70.3 Italy Pescara Abruzzo on June 12, 2016, qualifying for the 2016 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship hosted in in Mooloolaba, Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, Australia.

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The entry fee includes:
> timing service during the competition for the athletes
> athlete’s bag
> samples from sponsors
> bike service on race
> nutrition during the race
> nutrition after the race
> medical support during the race and at Athlete’s Garden – post race
> medal – if you cross the finishline
> finisher shirt – if you cross the finishline
> Pasta Party
> all costs for the logistical and technical services of the organizer
> 22% VAT.

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All qualifying events will implement both the International Triathlon Federation and USA Triathlon's Age Group Competition rule: All age group athletes must compete in the age group division corresponding to the athlete's age on December 31st of the year of the event.

As an alternative to the individual participation, you can race as a team, consisting of two or three athletes each, that will compete in the three disciplines involved: swimming, cycling, running. The regulation applies to all categories committed in the IRONMAN 70.3 ITALY. Teams can be mixed and participants can belong to different age group. Each team will be equipped with a time chip, which will act as a "witness" to be passed between the 3 team members. The athlete that will complete the half marathon will cross the finish line (the last discipline of the three) and he will receive the medal and finisher shirt for the other two athletes.

At least one slot shall be allocated to each five-year age group category in which any age group athlete sends in an application, both male and female, per the age group categories listed above. If there are no athletes entered in the race in a particular age group, then that slot will be moved to the largest populated age group in that same gender. For additional age group slots, slot allocation shall be representative of the actual number of age grouper applicants in each category in the race. As an example, if 8% of the age-group applicants are females 40-44, then 8% of these slots would be allocated in the female 40-44 category.*

The first 5 men and women in the Pro-Category of the Ironman 70.3 Italy will receive prize money.The prize money of US$ 15’000 will be distributed equally to the men and women as follows:
1st place: US$ 3’000
2nd place: US$ 2’000
3rd place: US$ 1’250
4th place: US$ 750
5th place: US$ 500

The prize money will be paid out after the results of the doping tests have been received. Please note that the tax at source will have to be deducted from payments to athletes from outside Italy. The prizes for the athletes of the age group must be collected personally at the awards ceremony. No prizes will be sent by mail.

It is not compulsory to wear a wetsuit. You can of course swim without one, if you wish. Up to the temperature of 24°C you are allowed to wear a wetsuit. In case the water temperature of the lakes is above 24°C you will, for your own safety, have to swim without a wetsuit. It is not compulsory to wear a wetsuit. You can of course swim without one, if you prefer that.

No, drafting is absolutely forbidden. It will result in a time penalty of 4 minutes. The referee will signal the athlete and show the black card. The athlete must then stop at the next penalty box, report his card and serve his penalty. The penalty boxes are clearly marked (tent with print). A second penalty for drafting leads to disqualification.

Here you can find showers, refreshments, a place to relax and hang out. You´ll also get your IRONMAN Finisher Shirt there. Only athletes and medical staff as well as the organization team will have access to the Athlete's Garden. The whole place is intended to create a beautiful and quiet atmosphere to help you relax and recover from a great day of hard "racework".

The Expo features various booths - including the official merchandising IRONMAN Store, exhibitors and Bike Shop, as well as many other services and products. It provides a perfect gathering and meeting place for athletes and spectators.

FinisherPix is proud to be selected as the Official Photo Service of the IRONMAN 70.3 Italy. FinisherPix will have several photographers working at the swim exit, on the bike course, on the run course, and of course, at the Finish Line! In addition, FinisherPix will have photographers positioned after the finish where you can have a photo taken after you receive your medal.

So what do you need to do?

1. Register your email address at www.finisherpix.com to be notified as soon as photos are online
2. Please be sure you have your number visible on the FRONT of your bike helmet so we can identify your cycling photos
3. Please be sure to keep your bib number visible on the FRONT of your body during the run & at the finish line so we can identify your photos.
4. Smile & celebrate when you cross the finish line! Don’t worry about touching your watch, the timing company will ensure an accurate record of your achievement. Visit www.finisherpix.com to view, order, and share your photos from the event!

No, for safety reasons we ask that you do not attempt to follow your athlete by car. The best place to watch your athlete is in the start, swim exit, transition area and the finish line. Any vehicular traffic on the race course should expect long delays. Please do not attempt to gain access to the race course with your vehicle. We will provide complete road closure for our athletes’ safety.

Friends and/or family members will no longer be permitted to cross the finish line or enter the finish chute with participating athletes. This policy will allow each competitor adequate time to celebrate their accomplishment without interfering with other finishers and ensure the safety of all participants, volunteers and fans.

Unfortunately, due to high congestion in the finish line area, no spectators will be allowed. Please do not try to gain access to this area, as it must remain clear for the safety of the athletes. Before the event, you and your athlete should decide on a meeting place for after they have finished.

The Medical Tent is highly congested and spectators will not be allowed in. There will be a Medical Information Tent next to the Medical Tent where medical updates will be available on athletes who enter the Medical Tent.